Strategic Economic Development Manager

American Electric Power; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 116,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

American Electric Power seeks an experienced Economic Development professional to lead and support initiatives across the Tulsa region. You’ll proactively manage relationships with target companies, pursue investment, and help secure revenue opportunities within the AEP territory.

With 5+ years in economic development and relevant degrees, you’ll collaborate across Marketing, Community Affairs, and Economic Development teams, shaping proposals, strategies, and outcomes while upholding the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in economics, Engineering, Finance, Business Administration or related field preferred, with a minimum of 5 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience OR;
• Associate's degree with minimum of 7 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience. OR;
• High school diploma / GED with 8 years of economic/business development including industry-specific experience.

Responsibilities

• Proactively identifies and manages business relationships with companies in target sector. Generate business leads and work to secure revenue producing investment in the AEP service territory.
• Serve as a resource to Company personnel involved in Marketing, Community Affairs or Economic Development areas.
• Manage and implement proposals for companies requesting building or sites in AEP territory. Support asset utilization and business development efforts.
• Assume other duties as assigned.
• Demonstrate the highest standards of ethical behavior and support the Company's Corporate Compliance Policy.

Skills

Business development

Relationship building

Strategic thinking

Analytical skills

Verbal and written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in economics/Engineering/Finance/Business Administration or related field

Associate's degree with minimum of 7 years experience

High school diploma / GED with 8 years experience

Job description

American Electric Power seeks an experienced Economic Development professional to lead and support initiatives across the Tulsa region. You’ll proactively manage relationships with target companies, pursue investment, and help secure revenue opportunities within the AEP territory.

With 5+ years in economic development and relevant degrees, you’ll collaborate across Marketing, Community Affairs, and Economic Development teams, shaping proposals, strategies, and outcomes while upholding the